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Auckland Sights

Villa Maria Winery

Fodor's Review

This winery has grown from a small company founded by the Fistonich family to one of the country's biggest producers, with a wide range of wines using different grapes. It is recognized for its consistency, and Sir George Fistonich, the founder, has done much for the grape industry in New Zealand. The tasting room offers selections from most of the company's vineyards (shipping can be arranged if you decide to buy). Villa Maria also hosts outdoor summer concerts from jazz to classical.